How To Fix USMD1A033 - Entity type &1: Max. length of long text exceeded by &2 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Entity type &1: Max. length of long text exceeded by &2 characters

What causes this issue?

The long text of the entity type in the data model has a maximum length
that is less than 60 characters. The current long text exceeds this
length.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the long text.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1A033 - Entity type &1: Max. length of long text exceeded by &2 characters ?

  The SAP error message USMD1A033 indicates that the maximum length of a long text for a specific entity type has been exceeded by a certain number of characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to save or process data that includes long text fields.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the input data exceeding the predefined limit for long text fields in the specified entity type. Each entity type in SAP MDG has a maximum length defined for its long text fields, and if the data you are trying to save exceeds this limit, the system will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Maximum Length: Identify the maximum length allowed for the long text field of the specific entity type. This information can usually be found in the data model or configuration settings of the MDG application.
  
  
  Trim the Text: If the text you are trying to save exceeds the maximum length, you will need to shorten it. This can involve:
  
  Removing unnecessary characters or words.
  Summarizing the content.
  Splitting the text into multiple entries if applicable.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration (if necessary): If the long text is essential and cannot be shortened, consider adjusting the configuration to allow for a longer text length. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the data model in the MDG configuration.
  Consulting with your SAP Basis or development team to see if changes can be made to accommodate longer texts.
  
  
  
  Validation: After making the necessary adjustments, validate the data again to ensure that it complies with the length restrictions before attempting to save it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Entity Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific entity types in your SAP MDG implementation, as different entities may have different long text length limits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully save your data in SAP MDG.